THE HARDER

The City of Mill Creek is asking voters to consider annexing to South Snohomish County Fire & Rescue Regional Fire Authority (South County Fire) on the April 26th ballot. The City is unable to renew its current emergency services contract from a different provider without a substantial cost increase. City officials researched all possible options and concluded that South County Fire is the lowest cost provider for the same quality and level of service. Visit the City’s website to learn more about the proposal at cityofmillcreek.com/fire.

Up to $20,000 Hiring Bonus! The City of Mill Creek, WA. is actively recruiting experienced, lateral police officers. The Mill Creek Police Department (MCPD) is a full-service police department that maintains 24-hour staffing and serves a community of about 21,000 people. To apply or view details, please visit: https://www.cityofmillcreek.com/policecareers

Experienced Professionals Wanted! Up to $20,000 Hiring Bonus! The City of Mill Creek, WA. is actively recruiting experienced, lateral police officers. The Mill Creek Police Department (MCPD) is a full-service police department that maintains 24-hour staffing and serves a community of about 21,000 people. For additional information or questions, please email policecareers@cityofmillcreek.com or visit www.cityofmillcreek.com/policecareers.

Watch and listen as Executive Director of Leadership Snohomish County Kathy Coffey Solberg has a conversation with City of Mill Creek Mayor Brian Holtzclaw and Mayor Pro Tem Stephanie Vignal. 00:00 Introduction from Kathy Coffey Solberg 00:37 What are you excited about for 2022? 02:18 Hiring a City Manager 03:27 City Manager roles and responsibilities 04:10 Moving forward and the future 05:25 Mill Creek Boulevard Sub-Area Plan 06:48 How to stay informed as a resident 08:55 Closing comments Produced by City of Mill Creek Marketing & Communications department. Many thanks to Kathy Coffey Solberg for her donation of time to create this video. Resources referenced: City website www.cityofmillcreek.com Attend a virtual City Council meeting: https://millcreek.civicweb.net/Portal Meet your City Councilmembers: https://www.cityofmillcreek.com/council City Properties (DRCC): https://www.cityofmillcreek.com/city_government/public_works_and_development_services/planning_and_development/city_properties___d_r_c_c_ Mill Creek Boulevard Sub-Area Plan: https://www.cityofmillcreek.com/city_government/public_works_and_development_services/planning_and_development/mill_creek_boulevard_sub-area_plan

Take a virtual tour with Mayor Brian Holtzclaw as he walks the new Amazon Go store at the Farm, 13209 39th Ave SE, Mill Creek, WA. This is the first suburban location for Amazon Go, featuring a checkout-free shopping experience. You will find fresh foods, ice cream, beverages, snacks, and a made-to-order deli that provides a quick in-and-out experience. Enjoy!

Please try and follow these 3 simple rules when dropping off or picking up your student from Mill Creek Elementary School. 1. No left turn off 148th Street to Kiss and Go lane 2. No student drop off or pick up in parking lot 3. Right turn only when exiting parking lot Parking lot details: www.everettsd.org/site/Default.aspx?PageID=38846 School: www.everettsd.org/millcreek District: www.everettsd.org/

The City's annual Veterans Day Ceremony and Parade returned on Friday, November 11, and included several special events to "Honor All Who Serve" in the United States Military. The Commemorative Ceremony at Veterans Monument at Library Park included remarks from Chaplain Nick Lewis, Mayor Pro Tem Stephanie Vignal, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene, Senator John Lovick, and Representatives April Berg and Brandy Donaghy. A presentation following that included raising of the colors by Mill Creek Police Department Officers with Bugler George Moffat. Retired WWII Veteran Lieutenant Commander Russ Hupe of the United States Navy was honored as Grand Marshal for this year's parade. Mr. Hupe (age 101) is a Cogir of Mill Creek resident. As a Naval Aviator, he has had many adventures, but one wish remained, said Jackie Reindal, Activity Director at Cogir of Mill Creek. "Russ has always dreamt of riding in a sidecar." Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers helped Mr. Hupe's dream come true as he rode with Exec. Somers in his blue & cream '98 Ural Deco 750 sidecar as Grand Marshal of Mill Creek's 2022 Veterans' Day Parade. 00:00 Commemorative Ceremony at Library Park 00:08 Grand Marshal Russ Hupe 00:13 Congresswoman Suzan DelBene 00:34 Veterans Day Parade at Mill Creek Town Center 00:45 Grand Marshal Russ Hupe in motorcycle sidecar 00:50 South County Fire 01:55 Glacier Peak Marching Band 02:14 Youth Advisory Board

The City of Mill Creek Police Department hosted their annual "Coffee with a Cop" social event on Thursday March 9, 2023 at the Starbucks on 164th Street and Bothell-Everett Highway. Our new hires were staffing the drive thru and walk up counter while staff engaged in conversation with residents and customers. Learn more about the Mill Creek Police Department: millcreekwa.gov/police

Watch and listen as LAF Tech founder Brian Trendler has a conversation with City of Mill Creek Mayor Brian Holtzclaw and Mayor Pro Tem Stephanie Vignal. Q: I understand the City has plans to build a multipurpose facility on the acreage north of the Mill Creek Sports Park known as the DRCC (Dobson, Remillard, Church, and Cook) - can you tell us what the City is considering? 0:25 Q: Can residents get involved and provide their input on what they’d like to see done with this property? 2:00 Q: I've heard the City received more than $5 Million dollars in funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) for use by December 2024. Can you tell me more about how the City plans to utilize these funds? 2:39 Examples of how the funds have already been used 3:21 Q: I know the City conducted its first city-wide Performance Survey last year and the results presented at a recent Council meeting. How does the City plan to address one of the top comments from the survey about the need for an increased police presence in Mill Creek? 3:50 Q: I've noticed areas of Mill Creek that need better maintenance, particularly overgrown foliage in medians - what is the City doing to revitalize these and the other parts of the City? 4:32 Q: I understand City Council can be quite involved in the Legislative process; can you share anything about Mill Creek’s involvement? 5:33 Q: As with many cities, I understand Mill Creek staffing levels dropped significantly during the pandemic. Can you share a little about where the City stands now. Are things looking up? 7:11 Q: Tell me more about South County Fire and some of the new resources they have brought to our City. 8:33 Q: Why have our property taxes gone up so much in one year – some say as much as 39%? Is this because of the Fire Annexation? 10:02 Q: Tell me a little about why you do what you do? 12:08 Resources referenced: City website: http://www.millcreekwa.gov Attend a City Council meeting: http://millcreek.civicweb.net Meet your City Councilmembers: http://www.millcreekwa.gov/council ARPA (American Rescue Act of 2021): http://whitehouse.gov/american-rescue-plan City Properties (DRCC): http://www.millcreekwa.gov/drcc City Council Legislative Agenda: http://millcreek.civicweb.net/document/51721 (page 5) City of Mill Creek Performance Evaluation: http://www.millcreekwa.gov/survey South County Fire: http://www.southsnofire.org ACT Class with South County Fire: http://www.southsnofire.org/community-programs/classes/act-first-aid-class Mill Creek Boulevard Sub-Area Plan: http://www.millcreekwa.gov/subarea Property Taxes: http://www.millcreekwa.gov/taxes Produced and edited by City of Mill Creek Marketing & Communications department.

Join local business owner Brian Trendler as he sits down with Chief of Police Stan White. 0:47 Can you tell us about the progress you have made so far regarding staffing your department? 1:16 How does your department plan to address the communities desire for increased police presence in Mill Creek? 2:01 We’ve all noticed an increase in the homeless population the past few years. Can you share a bit about your department’s response to this? 3:05 Can you tell us how your department is dealing with cleanup of the homeless encampments and debris that’s been left behind? 3:51 Tell me a little about why you do what you do?

Our 1st Party in the Parks at Pine Meadow Park was a huge hit! We had free games , food and activities provided by local sponsors, organizations, and vendors, including Stellar Kids Dentistry, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Town & Country Markets, Starbucks, Brooklyn Bros. Pizza, Community Transit, Everett Public Schools, Kiwanis & Key Club of Mill Creek, South County Fire, Mill Creek Police Department & Citizens Patrol, Mill Creek Youth Advisory Board, and music by Emcee Chris Jones of State Farm Insurance. We hope to see you at National Night Out and the final Party in the Parks at the Mill Creek Sports Park!

The annual Veterans Day Ceremony and Parade included several events to "Honor All Who Serve" in the United States Military. The Commemorative Ceremony at the Veterans Monument included remarks from Mayor Pro Tem Stephanie Vignal, Sen. John Lovick, Representative April Berg, Hayden Jenkins for Senator Patty Murray’s office, Mill Creek Police Chaplain Nick Lewis, and Amazon Warriors Chapter President Patrick Turner. Thank you to the Mill Creek Chorale and the Northwest Group Civil Air Patrol Squadrons. Many thanks to all who came out to watch, volunteer and cheer on our veterans! We had over 40 groups of veterans, military groups and local organizations with over 2,000 spectators. Thank you to Amazon for being our presenting sponsor. 00:00 Commemorative Ceremony at Library Park 00:30 Veterans Day Parade at Mill Creek Town Center 00:48 South County Fire 00:55 Snohomish High School Panther Marching Band 01:13 Evergreen A's 01:36 Glacier Peak High School Grizzly Marching Band 01:49 Local Scout Troops 01:58 Mill Creek Youth Advisory Board